Governor Steve Sisolak will activate Nevada’s National Guard and expand the field of healthcare workers to help fight the coronavirus, he announced during a press conference on Wednesday. “From the beginning I have been upfront about my goal: mitigate the spread to save lives and protect our healthcare system from being overwhelmed, which could lead… [Read More]
Navigating the ‘public charge’ law could require a lawyer, Reno activists say
The recent changes to the public charge law that became effective at the end of February and will have a big impact on some immigrants seeking a green card and citizenship. The Progressive Leadership Alliance of Nevada (PLAN) held an immigration forum late last month for community members to become better informed about the changes… [Read More]
Oscar Delgado announces re-election campaign for Reno City Council
Oscar Delgado announced his run for re-election on the Reno City Council yesterday on his campaign’s Facebook Page. Delgado currently holds the City Council seat for Ward 3 that spans from central to eastern Reno. His campaign will hone in on the area’s affordable housing crisis, building upon his past work involving infrastructure improvements throughout… [Read More]
Local artist Ruby Barrientos unveils latest artwork at UNR
Reno artist Ruby Barrientos introduced her most recent artwork, “Las riquezas de la vida no tienen precio,” an exhibit based on the images and styles of the Mayan culture, at the John and Geraldine Lilley Museum in the University Arts building in late January. The idea behind the exhibition, which Barrientos calls “Nuwave Mayan”, in… [Read More]
Supreme Court rules to restrict green card applications of public benefits recipients
A divided United States Supreme Court has backed a Trump Administration regulation that restricts the application for permanent residency of immigrants who’ve received any federal public benefit. The five to four decision was issued Monday, Jan. 27. The regulation, which would restrict the ability of immigrants to seek permanent residency and eventually U.S. citizenship, ties… [Read More]